Travel solo, pose confidently: vivo Y28's selfie hack for perfect shots using Dynamic Light

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In recent years, solo traveling has gained immense popularity among Filipinos seeking adventure, self-discovery, and a deeper connection with the world.

Whether just exploring the vibrant streets of Manila, lounging on the pristine beaches of Palawan, or trekking the majestic mountains of Banaue, solo travel offers the perfect opportunity for personal growth and unforgettable experiences.

Capturing these moments through selfies has become essential for immortalizing memories and sharing stories with family and friends back home.

One of the best ways to capture your solo travel adventures is by taking selfies with your smartphone. While front cameras are great for quick snaps, the rear camera usually provides better quality and can capture wider shots of the breathtaking scenery around you.

Challenge of using the rear camera for selfies

Using the rear camera for selfies can be challenging because you can't see the screen, making it difficult to know when to pose.

Timing your shots perfectly without a clear view can often lead to missed moments and awkward angles.

Fortunately, there's a solution to this problem that will elevate your selfie game while traveling solo.

Selfie countdown hack using vivo Y28's exclusive Dynamic Light

Enter the vivo Y28, a smartphone designed with features that cater to the needs of solo travelers.

The vivo Y28 offers an exclusive feature called Dynamic Light, which synchronizes with the camera’s countdown timer. This feature flashes until the photo is taken, ensuring you know exactly when to strike a pose.

No more guessing when the photo will be captured as the vivo Y28 makes it effortless to capture picture-perfect selfies with the rear camera. To ensure you get the best shot, using a portable tripod with your phone is recommended.

How to use the Dynamic Light feature

Using the Dynamic Light feature on your vivo Y28 is simple:

1. Open the Camera app on your vivo Y28.
2. Click on the Settings icon.
3. Navigate to More Settings.
4. Turn on Countdown Flash.

Now, you’re ready to capture stunning selfies without the guesswork, making your solo travel experience even more enjoyable and hassle-free.

In addition, the vivo Y28 boasts a powerful 50MP HD main camera, capable of capturing crystal-clear images from every angle. Want proof? Check these out:

Whether you're snapping a photo of the scenic Chocolate Hills in Bohol or capturing the sunset at Boracay, you can trust the vivo Y28 to deliver vibrant, high-quality photos that preserve every detail of your travel experiences.

The vivo Y28 is also an ideal travel companion for adventurers. With a robust 6000mAh battery, you won't have to worry about running out of power during your travels. Its IP64 rating ensures it can withstand dust and splashes, making it a reliable choice for outdoor enthusiasts.

With 8GB RAM, 8GB extended RAM, and up to 256GB storage, the vivo Y28 ensures you have plenty of space to store all your travel photos, videos, and apps. No need to worry about running out of space while documenting your journey.

The vivo Y28 is available for as low as Php 7,999, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious travelers. You can purchase it at vivo concept stores and kiosks nationwide or shop online via the vivo website, Shopee, and Lazada.

Embrace the freedom of solo travel and let vivo Y28 be your trusted companion in capturing every moment. With its Dynamic Light and other powerful features, have fun immortalizing your memories on your next solo travel journey with the vivo Y28!

Take IG-Worthy Shots With Vivo X21’s Dual Rear Camera

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Smartphone innovator and globally known brand Vivo is best known for their selfie-centric phone cameras and with each of their product, the smartphone leader never fails. In fact, their smartphone cameras only get better with each launch and there is no stopping Vivo when it comes to providing consumers with topnotch and high-technology means of self-expression.

Vivo just recently launched the future-forward X21 which is popular not only for its industry-first in-display fingerprint sensor but also for its AI Face Beauty-enabled dual rear and selfie camera which boasts of dual pixel sensors. With a set of impressive camera specs, expect that the X21 will deliver the goods, creating flawless and vivid shots whether in low-light or backlight situations.

Rely on your X21 to give you only the best, feed-worthy shots taken anytime of the day, anywhere. Moreover, committed to coming up only with perfect photos, the Vivo X21’s AI HDR, an upgrade of the regular HDR, merges more frames to resolve the problems presented by contrasting strong dark and light tones in a photo. Tired of capturing very dark and blurred night-time photos of evening celebrations and night-outs? This X21 technology solves this low-light situation obstacle for all photo enthusiasts.

Adding to the above mentioned premium camera features is Vivo X21’s 6.28-inch FullView Display. Selfie fans will benefit from this ample phone display as it could improve the overall composition of every photograph taken, with enhanced clarity and definition. Take photos of your favorite meal and even its delicious colors will reveal itself appetizing; or show off your chosen outfit for the day and the textures come alive because of the photo’s clearness in detail.

As if these are not enough surprises under Vivo X21’s camera hood, other fun specs include the rear camera’s slow motion and timelapse feature for a more cinematic video effect, plus portrait bokeh to add more flair and drama to selfies.

The Vivo X21, is now up for grabs for the retail price of Php 29,999.00 in all Vivo kiosks and in online shopping destinations Lazada and Shoppee. The X21 is chic and contemporary in its matte black color.

In Defense of the “Selfie-Obsessed”

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Taking and sharing selfies—or self-portraits—is not as modern as it seems.

However, the ancient selfies were just a bit harder to come by as one would need a lot of resources, time, or skill to create their very own selfies. These days, technology has made it so much easier and faster to take a photo of one’s self on a smartphone and immediately share it with the world.

Filipinos have always taken to new tech trends like ducks to water and the selfie phenomenon is no different. The premise is so simple—just hold a smartphone with a front-facing camera about an arm’s length away, snap a photo, slap on a filter, and share on social media. It’s so simple and easy that by 2014, the Philippines (specifically Makati and Pasig) was named by Time magazine as the selfie capital of the world, with roughly 300,000 individuals out of the country’s 100 million population being active selfie-takers.

Harnessing the practice of selfies in a positive way. OPPO organized a National Selfie Day celebration late last year at Enchanted Kingdom, where loyal fans spent a fun-filled afternoon with their families and friends and documented these special moments through selfies.

It’s 2018 and easy access to smartphones and mobile data has empowered Pinoy selfie-takers, whose numbers swell by the thousands with each new gadget release. Rising steadily along with the number of selfies taken and uploaded by Filipino netizens every second is the amount of vitriol that selfie-takers receive.

“Gandang-ganda sa sarili,” “vain,” “in love sa sarili,” “feelingera.” These are just some of the words hurled at those who take a lot of selfies. Anna, a 20-year-old college student with roughly 500 followers on Instagram, has been on the receiving end of these words because of the selfies she regularly shares on her social media accounts.

“Sometimes people leave negative comments on my posts,” Anna shared. “I’m not a celebrity, so why are these people bashing me?”

Selfies as a modern manifestation of Filipino traditions

For psychologist Ma. Fiona Ella G. Sandoval, MA RPsy, a licensed professional affiliated with the MLAC Institute for Psychosocial Services, there is a more positive aspect to the selfie phenomenon growing among Filipinos of all ages.

“Some recent local studies show that selfie-taking and other social media activities have a strong familial and community element among Filipinos,” Sandoval said. “More than just looking at the selfie phenomenon as an individualistic activity, let’s look at the instances when we take them. Selfie-takers usually document important moments shared with their loved ones, travel destinations, or just to share daily moments with friends and family members who live or work abroad.”

According to a Culture Trip article titled “How Manila Became the Selfie Capital of the World,” Filipino selfie-takers often produce a bulk of digital images “to satisfy familial obligations.” Family photos, groufies with friends, or selfies with famous landmarks are often taken to “reassure family of their whereabouts and safety.”

In a country where family ties are close-knit and friends are often treated as part of the family, Filipinos have plenty of special moments to document almost on a daily basis. This might explain the thousands of selfies uploaded on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram every minute or so.

Anna agreed with the sentiments shared by the author of the article and by Sandoval. “The selfies I take usually document important moments in my life, like celebrating my birthday with my family at our favorite restaurant. There are also times when I feel good about how I look and simply want to share the moment with my friends.”

Mindfulness is key

Sandoval, however, still sees potential for selfie-takers to take their hobby of self-portraiture to a more dangerous level.

“If you have reached a point wherein taking selfies occupy most of your time and robs you of being able to savor and appreciate the present, take a short break each day from all the selfies you feel you must make,” Sandoval cautioned. “But in moderation and when appropriate—when it doesn’t take up too much of your time, doesn’t disrupt your life, and done for the right reasons—selfie-taking is for the good and can be a self-enhancing hobby. Selfies are all about keeping treasured memories in a digital format and bonding with loved ones.”

The psychologist also emphasized the importance of mindfulness, or living self-aware in the present, as key to live a more enriched life in the digital age. “As said by the monk Thich Nhat Hanh, the present moment is the only moment there is for us to be alive. Don’t wait for your digital activities to disrupt or damage your relationships or routines critical for survival,” she said.

Capturing the real you

With Sandoval’s advice, Anna is working to be more mindful about her selfies. “After listening to her, I’ve realized that selfies are not just for feeling like I’m pretty or replicating the posts of influencers and celebrities. There’s so much more to it, like communicating and relating to my loved ones through pictures.”

The college student also related to the OPPO F7 advocacy against online bashing, as led by social media and silver screen stars Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia. The campaign is a brave stand against online negativity, especially these days when leaving nasty comments in social media posts seem to be the norm among Pinoy netizens. Barretto and Garcia encourage Filipinos of all ages to not only shrug negativity off, but to capture their real selves through the selfies that they take on the OPPO F7. This new flagship smartohone is powered by an industry-leading 25MP selfie camera with A.I. Beautification 2.0 technology that allows users to present their best selves in the most advanced, natural way.

“I am now inspired to be more mindful of the selfies I post and the comments I leave on other people’s posts. I want to capture and convey my real self on social media from now on,” Anna concluded.

For more information on the OPPO F7 and upcoming promos and roadshow events, like OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page or follow @OPPOPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

Capture the perfect selfie and wefie with ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite

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ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite helps you seize every shareable moment and portray the perfect version of yourself to the world.

Unboxing  ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Lite ZB553KL

5.5" Screen LTE 3GB + 32GB

In the Box :

• ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite with Android™
• ASUS ZenEar
• Micro-USB cable
• Ejector pin (SIM tray needle)
• USB power adapter
• Bumper Case
• Documentation (user guide, warranty card)

Product tech Specs :

• Display: 5.5-inch
• IPS display 2.5D curved glass display
• Processor: 64-bit Octa-Core Processor Snapdragon™ 430 @1.4Ghz with Adreno™ 505 GPU
• Memory: 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage expandable via microSD up to 1TB (dedicated)
• Main Camera: 13MP PixelMaster with LED Flash
• Front Camera: 13MP f/2.0 PixelMaster with soft light LED Flash
• Network: LTE Cat.4 (UL 50Mbps / DL 150Mbps)
• Sim: Dual SIM, Dual Standby
• Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• OS: ASUS ZenUI 4.0 (Android 7 Nougat)
• Battery: 3000mAh battery
• Other features: Fingerprint sensor

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite (Unboxing) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeb6b31duhk

Capture the perfect selfie and wefie with ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite

A 13MP Softlight selfie camera and ASUS SelfieMaster technology captures gorgeous selfie photos and videos with real-time beautification effects and lets you share them easily.

Whether you’re capturing a special moment with friends or are taking the perfect selfie, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite helps you put your best face forward and show your true beauty to the world.

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite combines a 13MP front camera with a Softlight LED flash and live beautification features to capture stunning selfies with ease. The Softlight LED flash delivers the perfect amount of fill light, giving your selfies a softer look with true skin tones and a glowing complexion.

With ASUS SelfieMaster technology, you could instantly retouch your selfies, removing blemishes, balancing facial features, and more to create a flawless look.

Elegance in every detail

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite is a true beauty with a metallic finish and glittering band that adds an artistic flair. With a visually frameless 2.5D curved glass display, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite strikes the perfect balance between beauty and comfort. The metallic finished body comes with a concentric circle detailing around the rear camera lens that shimmers with a radiant luster when viewed from different angles. To match your unique style, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite offers premium design in every detail, and comes in four gorgeous colors: Sunlight Gold, Rose Pink, Deepsea Black and Mint Green.

Efficiently powerful, effortlessly fast

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite features a powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ processor that provides superb performance and power efficiency to let you capture selfies faster and keep you shooting longer. A fingerprint sensor on the front is perfectly positioned for the way you hold your phone and unlocks ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite in a fraction of a second, providing the perfect blend of security and convenience.

A special edition of ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Lite 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM is now Lazada Exclusive sale of only PHP 7,695.00.

Visit  http://bit.ly/ZF4SelfieLiteXLazada

OPPO F7 Youth elevates the standard of mid-range smartphone performance – Pre-Order Starts May 28

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OPPO Philippines launched the OPPO F7 Youth with AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology, held on May 23 at the Secret Garden, Bonifacio Global City. 

At only PHP 13,990.00, the OPPO F7 Youth offers unrivalled value for money with the latest Artificial Intelligence technology and top-notch performance, photography, and design.

OPPO Philippines is once again changing the midrange smartphone arena with its latest addition to the F7 family, the OPPO F7 Youth, available for pre-order starting May 28.

As part of the best-selling OPPO F7 family, the F7 Youth is a more affordable option to consumers who prefer to experience the latest smartphone features at an affordable price of Php13,990.

A midrange smartphone with top-notch performance, the F7 Youth is equipped with AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology and inherited the same Helio P60 Octa-Core processor that is 80% faster than current smartphones in its price range, while maintaining 4GB RAM for multitasking and 64GB of storage. 

Upping the photography game, redefining selfies

The OPPO F7 Youth’s front camera carries the A.I. Beauty Technology 2.0 that the OPPO F7 takes pride in. Likened to a personal beauty artist right at the user’s fingertips, this technology analyzes a person’s features and beautifies each of them with OPPO’s improved facial optimization feature. Its rear camera, on the other hand, comes equipped with 13 megapixels and A.I. Scene Recognition which processes 16 different scenarios being shot in real time, and works to capture the ideal balance of brightness, exposure, color, and contrast. The camera also allows a depth-of-field effect highlighting the main subject for more impressive-looking photos.

Designed with sophistication

Representing today’s youth with passion and care for style, the F7 Youth is built to be slim and stylish. Produced with the latest manufacturing and polishing process, the F7 Youth is available in two stunning colors of Solar Red and the special Diamond Black. The Diamond Black cover displays unique triangular-cut patterns that shimmer as they catch light, producing an elegant output like a well-cut diamond.

More than form, the F7 Youth also caters to function with its 6.0-inch FHD+ screen which gives users a highly immersive viewing experience. With its bezels reduced to a razor-thin 1.98mm, the display is maximized while keeping the whole device compact and lightweight for a comfortable, one-hand grip.

Combining power and ease of use

Not just beauty on the outside, but also powerful on the inside. The F7 Youth’s screen comes with much-improved navigation shortcuts to operate each app more quickly and conveniently. And because the device knows the owner so well, it can identify his or her face with its A.I. Recognition Technology and use it to protect the smartphone with its speedy facial unlock function.

Powering the F7 Youth is the world’s first 12nm A.I. processor to make each task work at peak efficiency, resulting up to 80% faster processing power than previous smartphones. It is also backed up by a massive 4GB RAM for effortless multitasking and app-switching, while its 64GB ROM (expandable up to 256GB) will give you substantial storage for the user’s favorite content. Its large 3,410mAh battery, complemented by a smart A.I. battery management system, ensures 15 hours of continuous usage for a whole day of charge.

The OPPO F7 Youth is the newest member of our feature packed smartphones in our lineup. It brings together today’s best and latest features in a smartphone and yet maintaining a very attractive price point.” OPPO Philippines’ Public Relations Manager Eason de Guzman said. 

OPPO Philippines’ Public Relations Manager Eason de Guzman

“We expect that this will be positively received especially among the younger, digitally savvy market because of its high value for money. With this new variant, OPPO shows its commitment in capturing the true beauty of every individual and being the ideal partner for their technology-driven lifestyle.”

OPPO Philippines’ Brand Marketing Director Jane Wan and Public Relations Manager Eason de Guzman showcase the stylish, powerful, and affordable OPPO F7 Youth.

Pre-order Details

Retailing for only PHP 13,990.00, the OPPO F7 Youth will be accepting pre-orders in all OPPO authorized stores nationwide from May 28 until June 1, 2018. Customers who avail of the pre-order will be entitled to a free Olike Magic Music Lamp bluetooth speaker. Additionally, the OPPO F7 Youth can also be availed via Home Credit in 6 months 0% interest, or via 6 months 0% interest credit card installment.

For  more information on OPPO’s exciting products and activities, like OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page (link) and follow @OPPOPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

OPPO strengthens presence in Cebu with 4th Concept Store

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Philippines’ Top 2 International Smartphone Brand is set to expand with more stores nationwide

OPPO Philippines continues to expand its strong presence in the country with more concept stores nationwide. With Cebu being a valuable market for the brand, it opened its latest concept store in Ayala Center Cebu along with OPPO influencer Rocco Nacino. 

Customers now have more options to choose from OPPO’s wide range of selfie-centric smartphones such as the OPPO F3 series (F3 and F3 Plus) and the OPPO A series (A57, A71 and A37) that are sure to match anyone’s lifestyle and preference. Leading the impressive lineup is the OPPO F3, a definite trendsetter with its dual-selfie camera that allows wider selfie shots. It is also perfect for taking a groufie as it can accommodate more people in one frame. 

OPPO Influencer Rocco Nacino

“You won’t ever have to worry about taking a group shot with the OPPO F3,” said Rocco Nacino. “I bring it with me when I travel with my family and friends, knowing that I can perfectly capture every special moment with them.”

Right to Left: OPPO Influencer Rocco Nacino, Junrex Cellphone and Accessories owner Mr. Jun Yap and OPPO Philippines Chief Operating Officer Mr. Ananda Pan

The OPPO F3 is encased in sleek metal and features a 5.5” full HD display protected by Coming Gorilla Glass 5. It also has 4GB of RAM and the 64GB of storage is suitable for keeping numerous photos, videos and applications. A wide range of phone accessories is available for purchase in all OPPO concept stores nationwide. 

“Cebu is a valuable market for OPPO and we will continue to provide the best customer experience to Cebuanos through our growing number of concept stores. Our selfie-centric smartphones are definitely relevant in the 9th city for most selfies in the world,” said Eason de Guzman, Public Relations Manager of OPPO Philippines. 

OPPO continues to expand nationwide with more concept stores opening in the remaining quarter of 2017. Customers may visit the Ayala Center Cebu concept store at the 3rd level near the activity area.  

For more details about OPPO, please visit https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/ or log on to http://www.oppo.com/ph/index.html

Bea Alonzo’s first ever online mini film is guaranteed to never let you forget

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After being introduced as ASUS Philippines Zenfone 4’s newest ambassador, award-winning TV and film actress Bea Alonzo takes on a new role in her very first online mini film, Never Let Me Forget, which is set to air on ASUS Philippines’ Facebook Page this September.

In the recent launch of the ASUS Zenfone 4 series, Bea Alonzo already gave her fans a hint on what they will anticipate from her first venture into online films. Fittingly titled Never Let Me Forget, the 2-episode online short plays on the idea of how fleeting yet delicate moments, when caught and treasured properly, allows the renewal of all kinds of relationships. It is also light and heart-warming story of healing found in well-cherished memories through the happiness that lie beneath the surface.

Never Let Me Forget is an artistic telling of Alette and Matěj’s tale, previous sweethearts who decided to part ways because of their very different worlds, and how the all kinds of moments shared in-between them help the would-have-been couple to endure and eventually rekindle. Alonzo, who is rightly crowned as the Movie Queen of her Generation, is set to play the role of female lead Alette, alongside Matěj Loub, a Czech sweetheart who is currently based in the Philippines, who will be the playing the unique role of himself.

When asked about her thoughts on doing her first venture into the world of online films with ASUS Philippines, Bea expressed her excitement about getting to combine her love for acting and her passion to endorse a good product all at once. “It’s a good thing because I get to do two things that I love at the same time,” Alonzo affirms.

The first episode of Never Let Me Forget is set to air on September 1 at 9:00 p.m. via ASUS Philippines’ Facebook page.

Get ready to catch more moments and the latest innovation from the one of the leading tech industries in the world – for the pre-order mechanics and the list of participating dealers for Zenfone 4, which runs from August 19, 2017 and extends to September 10, 2017, proceed to the ASUS Pre-order page. For more information on the Zenfone 4 and its entire family, as well as the latest from the greatest, head on over to ASUS Philippines’ Official Facebook Page andASUS ZenTalk Forum.

From 'Me' to 'We' : The Incredible Selfie Moments We Can All Share - The WEFIE !

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In 2015, the ASUS Zenfone Selfie made its grand entrance into the tech and lifestyle scene, gaining huge fanfare among both hardcore tech media and young, fashion-forward females. However, the unique fusion between the worlds of lifestyle and technology was more so embodied by this trail-blazing smartphone itself – what with the Zenfone Selfie’s unparalleled front camera technology that ‘captured the perfect you’. It was no wonder why the Zenfone Selfie was then widely dubbed as the ‘Selfie King’.

Fast forward to this year in 2017, when tech industry giant, ASUS Philippines, finally brought back the well-loved Zenfone Selfie line-up, with the introduction of two new Selfie smartphones: the Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro and the Zenfone 4 Selfie. This time around, Selfie fans from all over will be delighted to know that these 2 new variants even go beyond their predecessor and take the lifestyle-x-tech scene to new heights.

From Me to We: More friends, more scenery, more fun!

From the perfect selfies to the even more perfect wefies, the Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro and Zenfone 4 Selfie will definitely reclaim its title as Selfie King with their incredible wide-angle front cameras that are great for taking photos that can fit anyone and everyone in just a single click.

In that way, Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro and Zenfone 4 Selfie introduce the wonderful and unique concept of thewefie, to honor not only the perfection of one’s self and the moment that comes along with it, but also to celebrate the perfection of everyone that shares that spectacular moment. The Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro and Zenfone 4 Selfie gifts all not only by catching the beautiful memories, but also by sharing them with everyone in full inclusivity – because, nowadays, keeping all kinds of shared special moments with loved-ones through personalized photographs is a way to keep the memory alive even well beyond the future.

Be a ‘SelfieMaster’ in No Time

The new Zenfone 4 Selfie series exclusively packs the best beautification technology to date via the incredible SelfieMaster application, the first ever technology of its kind that lets you create your perfect look on Video, Photo, and Live Streaming. The application is also complete with tools to create collages and slideshows to enjoy and share with friends. With this, female millenials are able to capture and perfect even their of your selfies and wefies.

We Love Selfie and Wefie!

Furthermore, selfies with these smartphones do not have to be taken alone anymore. This time around, ASUS has also taken into consideration one very significant matter in everyone’s life: relationships. ASUS makes it quite known to everyone that relationships are significant to their design philosophy this very year. The return of the crowd-favorite Zenfone Selfie through its latest variants makes it crystal clear through the SelfieMaster technology and the landfall of their awe-inspiring wefie-ready wide-angle front cameras. Surely, these smartphones will be taking back the Selfie King crown and will not plan of losing it anytime soon, once they do. 

For even more information on the Zenfone 4 Selfie and Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro, and all other incredible products, tune in to ASUS Philippines’ Official Facebook Page and ASUS ZenTalk Forum.

5 Awesome Ways to Level Up Your Selfie Game

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We know you can’t resist the urge to know

Snap. Edit. Post!

Admit it- YOU love taking selfies! Whether it was your morning OOTD or a snap of your KOTD, taking selfies is now an essential to your everyday lifestyle. Are we on fleek? 

Unfortunately, the struggle is real sometimes in getting that awesome selfie. Whatever the reason, bad selfies are unacceptable and a no-no, #sorrynotsorry especially if you want your crush to like it! In order to save you from social depriving self-esteem, we've come up with essential selfie tricks that you should know and practice so that you can be on your way to awesome selfies!

Voila!

• Do a Background Check

When you take a selfie, people won’t just see your face but even your background so if you have a mountain of used clothes or unmade bed at your back, behold…judgmental comments are coming! Selfies during travels are a different story though because photobombers are inevitable but at least make sure they don’t cover the view or be an extrovert and just invite them for a groufie!

• Follow the Light

Take this advice literally. Swear. Literally. Find a light brighter than your best friend’s personality and let it highlight your pretty face! Go out, walk towards the window, or if you can’t follow the light, say “Let there be light” and just open the lampshade nearest you!  

• Work Your Angles

Be honest, we all know by now you have taken thousands of selfies and should have somehow identified which is your best angle. (Well just in case you haven’t, just check your profile and check which one had the most likes!) You may have the most perfect eyes, nose, cheekbones, lips, chin, and so on and so forth, but projection beats perfection any day. So snap, snap, snap, and work it, girl!

• Take Shotsssss

Yes, that’s plural because we really mean A LOT. There’s nothing wrong with having options, right? Especially if you feel that 1 like from your crush = one percent higher at chance meter. So do it, create shots that vary in angle, lighting, or background (or even outfit!) In case you will have a difficult time choosing, what are best friends for?

• Grab the Awesome Companion

After it has all been said and done, what is projection, perfection without an awesome companion? Let’s face reality, the clearer the selfies, the higher the likes. Right? Tips 1 to 4 can get 200 likes but with tip #5, expect double (as long as you also followed the first 4.) Ready to have awesome selfies that are more on fleek than your eyebrow? #nofilter and #uploadready? 

Meet your awesome selfie companion…Cloudfone Excite Prime 2 PRO, a selfie-centric 20-Megapixel Front Camera that with Sony IMX376 Sensor that was co-engineered with Sony and comes with Portrait Mode (Bokeh Effect) (#BackgroundCheck), Rear and Front Light (#FollowtheLight), Face Beauty (#WorkYourAngle), Superpixel, 13MP + 8MP Dual Rear Camera with Optical Zoom. All these awesome camera specs in awesome phone aesthetics. Now say goodbye to the struggle and face the day with confidence as you become selfie ready! Coming soon…

For more details visit www.cloudfone.com.ph

Get that perfect summer selfie with the V5 Plus from top five global brand, Vivo

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Be creative and spontaneous when taking summer selfies with top five global brand Vivo’s flagship phone, the V5 Plus. 

With summer well underway, fun seekers are heading to the beach for some sun, sea, and surf, while others opt for cooler climes to find relief from the sweltering heat. Wherever your itinerary takes you, you will totally want to document every single “instagrammable” moment with perfectly captured selfies. 

So ask yourself now: how do you take summer selfies worthy of your friends’ likes and insta-hearts? 

Vivo V5 Plus’ face beauty mode 6.0 can enhance your skin tone, creating a natural, radiant-looking selfie perfect for the summer. 

Here, top five premium global brand1 Vivo shares all the tips you need for binge-taking perfect summer selfies:

• Take your summer selfie game to the next level with the V5 Plus. It’s your go-to smartphone camera for shooting all the stunning vistas, enabling you to capture every single detail clearly—thanks to the V5 Plus’ 20-megapixel dual front camera and advanced selfie technology. 
• Be creative and spontaneous. Whether you’re into aqua sports or chilling out with friends at a poolside, be playful, silly, goofy, sexy or alluring when taking those share-worthy selfies.

• Find your “perfect” angle. Hone your selfie skills by practicing at home. Take lots of selfies until you learn what angle suits you best. 

To take Instagram-worthy selfies this summer, use the Vivo V5 Plus, with advanced selfie features that can make you look your best in every photo. 

• Choose the best backgrounds. Distant hills and mountains, the sparkling sea, lush foliage, and the striking colors of a sunset are some of the most amazing backgrounds for those perfect summer selfies. But even without these elements, the V5 Plus’ ‘bokeh’ effect will beautifully blur a less-than-pretty background while keeping the subjects in focus.

• Use a selfie stick. Take fun groufies of the family or barkada with a selfie stick, a pole-like device with a grip at the end, designed to hold a smartphone when taking selfies. A selfie stick is indispensable at events like summer beach weddings, launch parties, sports activities, etc.

• Look your best. You must play up your best features for the perfect summer selfie. Fortunately, you’ll get a lot of help from Vivo V5 Plus’ face beauty mode 6.0, which enhances your skin tone and makes you look fresh and pretty even without a filter or edit.

• Check your lighting. Taking group selfies while enjoying summer’s night scenes can be a pain—but not with the V5 Plus’ softlight selfie, which allows you to take clear selfies in any lighting condition.

Be creative and spontaneous when taking summer selfies with top five global brand Vivo’s flagship phone, the V5 Plus.

• Have fun! Summer is all about making new friends, fortifying bonds, and creating happy memories. Your summer selfies should chronicle all those wonderful moments for times when things don’t go the way they should and you need something to lift your spirits and put a smile on your face. 

The Vivo V5 Plus, equipped with the world’s first 20-megapixel dual front camera, can take perfect summer selfies this sunny season. 

So do it the right and easy way—with the Vivo V5 Plus perfect selfie phone.

For inquiries about Vivo V5 Plus visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph, 

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1according to International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker (http://www.idc.com/promo/smartphone-market-share/vendor;jsessionid=7595C1498F4F0FBF496CC767E273121B)